Christina joined Karatzas & Partners in 1996 and became partner in 2000.

Her principal areas of practice are banking and finance transactions including project, corporate and real estate financing. She leads the project finance and energy team of the firm. She regularly advises Greek and international funders and sponsors on a wide range of transactions such bonds issues, energy, infrastructure and real estate project development, acquisition financing, NPLs and securitisations. Her recent work highlights include the financing of the 14 Regional Airports concession, the first sale of unsecured loan portfolio by a Greek Bank to a private investor, the listing of a medium term bond in the local market for the development of the Hellinikon project.

She worked as a consultant with the European Investment Bank.

Christina is an invited speaker at the International MBA of the Athens University of Economics and Business, from 2012 until today, lecturing on the legal aspects and role of the legal advisors in Project Finance.

Credentials

EDUCATION
National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (LL.B. in Hellenic Law).
LANGUAGES
Greek, English & French.
ADMISSION
1995, Supreme Court.
MEMBER OF
Athens Bar Association
Hellenic Commercial Lawyers Association

Ranking & Awards

Banking & Finance Lawyer Of The Year
Women In Business Law Awards 2024
Top Ranked Lawyer
Chambers & Partners
Top Ranked Lawyer
Chambers & Partners
Women Leaders
IFLR1000
Highly regarded
IFLR1000
Hall of Fame
Legal500
Leading Individual
Legal500
Top Ranked Lawyer
Chambers & Partners
Top Ranked Lawyer
Chambers & Partners
Women Leaders
IFLR 1000
Highly Regarded
IFLR 1000
Women Leaders 2021
IFLR 1000
Hall of Fame
Legal500
Top Ranked Lawyer Europe 2021
Chambers & Partners
Top Ranked Lawyer Europe 2020
Chambers & Partners
Top Ranked Lawyer Global 2020
Chambers & Partners
Leading Individual
Legal500
Highly Regarded
IFLR 1000
  • “Stellar lawyer Christina Faitakis receives extensive market praise for her expertise in advising Greek investment firms and corporates on large securitisations and bond loans. She is also well placed to assist clients with real estate acquisition financings.” Chambers & Partners, 2024
  • “Christina Faitakis is an eminent lawyer who garners praise for her experience in project finance mandates.” Chambers & Partners, 2024
  • “Christina Faitakis has an unparalleled level of dedication. She navigates the complexities of our legal matters with skill and precision, providing invaluable guidance and strategic insights.” Client Testimonial, Chambers & Partners, 2024
  • “Christina Faitakis is superb in leading transactions, inspired and motivated. A great partner with qualities extending beyond deep knowledge of legal matters. She is well-respected by all market participants.” Client Testimonial, L500 2024
  • “Christina Faitakis’ professionalism and in-depth knowledge of finance has been invaluable in navigating complex transactions.” Client Testimonial, L500 2024

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